When was PlayStation 3 Launched?

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The PlayStation 3 was launched in Japan (20GB and 60GB) on November 11th 2006, which was followed by the North American (20GB and 60GB) release on November 17th 2006. PlayStation 3 was released in Europe (60GB only) on March 23rd after a production delay.

The 80GB PlayStation 3 model was launched exclusive to North America on August 6th 2007.

The 40GB PlayStation 3 model was launched in Europe on October 10th 2007, followed by the Australian/NZ launch on October 11th 2007. The 40GB model was launched in North America on November 2nd 2007, and in Japan on November 11th 2007.

How do I update my PSP?

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There are several ways to update your PSP, please check below:

Network Update: You can use the PSP’s Network Update feature to update your PSP if you have access to a Wi-Fi hotspot (wireless internet connection). The update feature will allow you to download the latest firmware version and update your console.
Update via PC: If you do not have a wireless internet connection, you can download the update onto your PC and transfer the update file onto your PSP. The updates can be downloaded from Your PSP.
UMD Update: Some UMD games come with a firmware update installed on the disk. You can update your PSP by accessing the UPDATE feature under the GAME menu on your PSP. Firmware versions vary on the disk depending on how old the game is.

What is the difference between the 20GB, 40GB and 60GB PS3?

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The 60GB PS3 is the “premium” option and includes several extras that cannot be found on the 40GB or 20GB version, these are:

60GB HDD instead of 20GB HDD
Built-in Wi-Fi
Built-in Card Reader
Chrome trim

With the 40GB model, there are two fewer USB ports and no PS2 backwards compatibility. The table below summarizes the main similarities and differences between the three different models.

	60GB	40GB	20GB
CPU	Cell Processor
GPU	Nvidia RSX
System Memory	256MB XDR
Graphics Memory	256MB GDDR3
Hard Disk	2.5″ SATA 60GB	2.5" SATA 40GB	2.5″ SATA 20GB
Optical Drive	Blu-ray
USB 2.0	4 ports	2 ports	4 ports
Flash Memory Slots	Memory Stick SD, Compact Flash	None	None
Ethernet Port	Yes	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Yes	Yes	No
Bluetooth 2.0 EDR	Yes
Bluetooth Controllers	Yes
Resolutions	480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
HDMI Port	Yes
Digital Optical Out	Yes

How do I put photos on to my PSP?

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For Firmware Versions < 2.80

You need to connect your PSP to your PC using a USB cable and activate the USB mode on your PSP (found under settings, second option from the top). Once connected, look inside the X:/PSP/PHOTOS folder (where X is your PSP Drive). Then all you have to do is drag and drop the photos into the folder!

Once you exit the USB mode on your PSP, access the PHOTO menu from the PSP menu and you should see your photos there. Best size is 480w x x272h.

For Firmware Versions 2.80+

You need to connect your PSP to your PC using a USB cable and activate the USB mode on your PSP (found under settings, second option from the top). Once connected, look inside the X:/PICTURE folder (where X is your PSP Drive). Then all you have to do is drag and drop the photos into the folder!

Once you exit the USB mode on your PSP, access the PHOTO menu from the PSP menu and you should see your photos there. Best size is 480w x x272h.

What is the Cell Broadband Engine?

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The Cell Broadband Engine is the name of the CPU that powers the PlayStation 3. PS3’s CPU runs at 3.2 GHz and was developed jointly by Sony, Toshiba and IBM (“STI”). It has a PowerPC-based “Power Processing Element” (PPE) and six accessible 3.2 GHz Synergistic Processing Elements (SPEs). A seventh runs in a special mode and is dedicated to aspects of the OS and security, and an eighth is disabled to improve production yields.

How do I game share?

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To share a game with another PSP, your will need to obtain a game displaying the game sharing icon. To share a game, enable the Wi-Fi switch on the PSP you want to share the game from and on any PSP you want to share the game with.

Browse to the game sharing option in the game you want to share and access the Game Sharing Icon on the other PSP(s) to search for the game.

When prompted, select the game available to share.

On the PSP that is sharing the game, accept the transfer and wait until the transfer is complete. Follow the instructions in the manual of the game to begin multi-player gaming!

How many controllers does the PS3 support?

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The PS3 can support up to 7 controllers simultaneously connected to the PS3. That means up to 7 players can play on a single system. For 5 to 7 players, the controller ID can be calculated by adding the LEDs, so player 5 will be 1 + 4:

SIXAXIS: Player 5

Similarly, for player 6 LEDs 2 and 4 will be switched on.

SIXAXIS: Player 5

How do I connect my PSP to my stereo?

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To connect your PSP to an audio device, such as a stereo, all you require is a “headphone to phono” cable. Simply connect the headphone socket to your PSP and connect the phono end to your stereo, in the audio in port. To use this cablem your stereo must have a “audio in” port. Alternatively, you can connect it to an amplifier or speaker.

How much data can a Blu-Ray disc hold?

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A single-layer Blu-Ray disc can hold up to 25GB of information while a dual-layer Blu-Ray disc can hold up to 50GB of information.

What are the differences between Japanese, American and European PSPs?

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The US and European PSP bundle is exactly the same as the JAP bundle, except it comes with English instructions, demo disc, and a cleaning cloth. Depending on when and where you get your PSP, it might also have a different firmware version. New PSP consoles will have the latest firmware version available. The contents of the Demo Disk may also vary depending on time of purchase.

Some people suggest that JAP PSPs have a better TFT Screen than US or European PSP, but this is not the case. Any TFT screen is just as likely to get dead/stuck pixels.